I have stayed at Napili Shores twice. Both times, I have loved our garden view room, the pools, Fish and Poi restaurant, and awesome Gazebo dining. This is not a fancy location, but is in great proximity to beaches and not far from Kaanapali and lahaina.

When we stayed this time, I noticed the area is struggling in the current. To keep the rooms full, Napili Shores is renting rooms to traveling construction workers. They fill the rooms with 4 or more workers -- probably to save money. The unfortunate part is that they start drinking when they get off work and hang out on the stairs. They go to bed early - 9 pm -- but wake up to head off to work around 5 am and are very noisey and creud.

Surprisingly, this problem recurred 3 times. The "Irish guys" left and were replaced by two other equally rowdy crews. The foul language was unfortunate since we were traveling with our young children.

Call me a prude, but it's not what I had hoped for during our annual family vacation.

Be warned, if you see the concierge for help with booking activities, she will push attending a time share presentation. She made a dreadful recommendation for the Royal Lahaina Luau. I suspect it was because she gets the best cut for the referral. It was over crowded, the drinks were watered down, the food was reminicient of a high school cafeteria, and restrooms were filthy! I've seen many luaus and this was just sad.

On a final high note, we saw lots of fish and turtles when snorkling. And the concierge did recommend a zodiak trip to see whales. They were phenominal!!!

Happy travels!

Stayed in A103 for two weeks this March. Would definitely recommend the A or I buildings since they are ocean front. The other buildings face each other and might have slight ocean views, but walking through the grounds, we could hear TVs, conversations, crying babies, children playing - it was all a bit noisy for us.

Consider the A building the best because there is no beach access in front of it, so the only people using the small grassy area between the building and the rocks are the people staying in the building (12 units in this particular building)

A 103 looks exactly like the pictures, has lots of storage, a very comfortable wall-bed, is decorated nicely and the bonus of an in-suite washer and dryer.

This is not the unit for people who say all they do is use the room to sleep. This is for people who appreciate lovely, clean surroundings and attention to detail.

Leave the sliding glass doors open and listen to the sound of the waves all night long.

We found this one by owner. It's a great place for the value when your in Maui. The condo was remodeled with granite tops and plasma TV, overlooking the pool. This place has 2 restaurants and a bar. It's not a place for singles or swingers. More of a family oriented place also suitable for older people. Has 2 pools and a hot tub. It was built in the 70's so don't expect the facilities to be in new condition. Beach is nice and you must have a car here to get around. Air conditioning is not common here and may not be in your room. We found it was not necessary this time of year, but the dissadvantage of keeping the windows open is the noise from people walking outside or getting up early. I was also awakened by the next door neighbor one night who was snoring like an elephant. Over all we loved it and would stay here again if we came back to Maui.

HIGHLY reccomend this hotel! This was my 3rd visit to Maui and the best one yet! My fiance and I stumbled on Napili Bay on a previous trip and HAD to stay next to this beach for our next return. We had an ocean front room In Nov 07 that had vaulted ceilings, a kitchen fully stocked with everything you'll need, large bath w/ granite and romantic decor! It was awesome having the slider open at night to hear the waves! Their restaurant was always packed in the mornings. Locals love coming to breakfast because of the amazing views! We would order our food to go and eat it at the pool instead of waiting an hour like some people did :) Very close to the beach, a lil strip mall less than a mile away with a grocery store etc... We got engaged on Napili Bay and are planning our wedding there in Nov of 2009 and we have to have our guests stay here just so we can say "now you see what we mean" :) Cheers!